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A “nice change of scenery” outdoor exercise for the Toronto Maple Leafs

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“The passion this city and fan base has for the Leafs is amazing,” said captain John Tavares. “It's really special. Many of us grew up playing on outdoor ice rinks, so skating is cool and fun for us. You can hear and feel the passion and love for this team.”

Defender Morgan Rielly said: “It's a pleasure, a nice change of scenery. It's a long season, so it's fun to get out and enjoy it and be in downtown Toronto.”

Fans watch the Toronto Maple Leafs during their annual outdoor practice at Nathan Phillips Field.
Fans watch the Toronto Maple Leafs during their annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

Under cloudy skies, the Leafs played a 3-on-3 tournament after a short warm-up at their annual outdoor event. Their transportation involved leaving the Scotiabank Arena, getting on the subway at Union Station, and donning their gear at Queen Station.

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  1. Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews takes the subway with his teammates.

    Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews takes the subway with teammates to the team's annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto. Three days of Leafs and other hockey-themed events continue through Saturday. February 10, 2024. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  2. Fans watch the Toronto Maple Leafs during their annual outdoor practice at Nathan Phillips Field.

    Fans watch the Toronto Maple Leafs during their annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  3. Toronto Maple Leafs Morgan Rielly and Max Domi were all smiles.

    Toronto Maple Leafs Morgan Rielly, left, and Max Domi during the team's game at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto, Thursday, 2024. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  4. Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews and Morgan Rielly with their Metro teammates.

    Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews, left, and Morgan Rielly walk with teammates on the Metro during their annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto.

  5. Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares takes the subway with teammates for the team's annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto.

    Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares takes the subway with teammates for the team's annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  6. Fans watch a Toronto Maple Leafs game.

    Fans watch the Toronto Maple Leafs during their annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  7. Young fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs team are trying to get the attention of their favorite players.

    Young Toronto Maple Leafs fans try to get the attention of their favorite players during the annual open practice at Nathan Phillips Field, Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, in Toronto. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  8. Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews attends the team's annual open practice at Nathan Phillips Field with fans.

    Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews walks with fans during the team's annual open practice at Nathan Phillips Field on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, in Toronto. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  9. Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares and his teammates attend the team's annual open practice.

    Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares and teammates attend the team's annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  10. Toronto Maple Leafs star William Nylander waves.

    Toronto Maple Leafs star William Nylander waves during the team's annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  11. Toronto Maple Leafs Nicholas Robertson, Noah Gregor and Auston Matthews battle for the puck.

    Toronto Maple Leafs Nicholas Robertson, left, Noah Gregor and Auston Matthews battle for the puck during the annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto.Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  12. Toronto Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner laughs.

    Toronto Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner smiles during the team's annual open practice Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto.Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

  13. Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Nice shares a laugh with John Tavares.

    Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knis, left, shares a laugh with John Tavares during the team's annual practice at Nathan Phillips Field in Toronto, Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Photo by Ernest Doroshuk /Toronto Sun

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“It's a mix of confusion and excitement,” trainer Sheldon Keefe said, referring to the other riders. “Some people ask questions (and) don't know what's going on, while others plan ahead and wait for us.

“It's another great way to connect with the city and the community. It's great that guys can do that.”

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